Upon completion of the chapter, students should be able to:
- Explain the terms "heterosexual," "homosexual," and "bisexual."
- Describe the significance of Stonewall in the gay and lesbian rights movement.
- Define sexual orientation.
- Discuss the Kinsey continuum.
- Summarize the current state of affairs for same-sex marriage.
- Describe what is known about the quality of same-sex relationships.
- Compare and contrast the theories of sexual orientation, including biological, experiential and environmental influences.
- Understand the challenges of the "coming out" process.
- Describe the models of identity formation presented by Cass and Troiden.
- Discuss the current state of affairs on college campuses.
- Describe the connection between sexual orientation and HIV.
- Explain the issues associated with prejudice and discrimination.
- Discuss the laws related to sexual orientation.
- Define homophobia and discuss the relationship between homophobia and hate crimes.
